Tasting note

Really evolving aromatics here, deliciously scented with dried raspberry and tobacco, as well as some greener notes of green peppercorn and green olive. This vintage is showing the more herbaceous side of Cabernet Franc. The palate has some elegance at the start, with a little polish to it, and there are some appealing tobacco and sous bois notes I like. The structure, however, is less accomplished than some other vintages, with a slightly coarser tannic backbone evident here, and a firm bite of acidity. The finish feels rather austere. It has potential yet, but it needs more time.

Score: 92

Chris Kissack, The Wine Doctor, June 2017